Fundraiser To Be Held In Memory Of 2 Nutley Firefighters

NUTLEY, NJ — The Nutley Fire Department is hosting a comedy-themed fundraiser to benefit the families of two firefighters on Saturday, April 6.

According to a news release from organizers, fundraisers are holding the benefit in honor of:

• Nutley Assistant Chief Barret Pote (with proceeds benefitting his young daughters’ educational fund)
• Nutley firefighter and U.S. Marine Ryan Lucas (with proceeds donated in his memory to the Donate Life organization)

The event will include an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner, beer, wine and soda included. A cash bar will be available.

The fundraiser takes place from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Nutley Knights of Columbus, 150 Chestnut St. Tickets are $45, and can be purchased by calling Jackie Kueken at 973-932-2966, by mail to 24 William Street, Nutley, NJ 07110, or via Venmo @Jacqueline-Kueken.

Participants should order tickets in advance, as organizers expect a sold-out night. Seating requests will be taken.

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